Software Engineering, Front-end Developer
About Astellas:
At Astellas we are a progressive health partner, delivering value and outcomes where needed.
We pursue innovative science, focussing initially on the areas of greatest potential and then developing solutions where patient need is high, often in rare or under-served disease areas and in life-threatening or life-limiting diseases and conditions.
We work directly with patients, doctors and health care professionals on the front line to ensure patient and clinical needs are guiding our development activities at every stage.
Our global vision for Patient Centricity is to support the development of innovative health solutions through a deep understanding of the patient experience. At Astellas, Patient Centricity isn’t a buzzword - it’s a guiding principle for action. We believe all staff have a role to play in creating a patient-centric culture and integrating an awareness of the patient into our everyday working practices, regardless of our role, team or division.
We work closely with regulatory authorities and payers to find new ways to ensure access to new therapies. We deliver the latest insights and real-world evidence to inform the best decisions for patients and their care-givers, to ensure the medicines we develop continue to provide meaningful outcomes.
Beyond medicines, we support our stakeholder communities to drive initiatives that improve awareness, education, access and ultimately standards of care.
The Opportunity:
As a Front-end developer you will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing engaging user interfaces that power Astellas’ generative AI platforms and digital transformation initiatives.
Also, in addition to leading front-end development, the role requires proficiency in Python and a solid understanding of backend systems and data processing, ensuring seamless integration between the user interface and data services.
Hybrid Working:
At Astellas we recognise the importance of balancing your work and home life, so we offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues in person at the office alongside the flexibility to work from home; optimising the most productive work environment for you to succeed and deliver.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop & Maintain User Interfaces: Build responsive, intuitive web applications using modern front-end frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
- Backend Integration & Python Support: Collaborate with backend teams to integrate RESTful and GraphQL APIs and leverage Python for scripting, data manipulation, and automation tasks.
- Data Processing & Integration: Assist in designing and implementing data flows between front-end applications and backend systems, ensuring efficient data retrieval and processing.
- Optimize Performance & Accessibility: Ensure applications are optimized for speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility while adhering to accessibility best practices.
- Quality Assurance & Debugging: Implement robust testing strategies, debug issues efficiently, and maintain high standards of code quality.
- Mentorship & Continuous Improvement: Mentor junior team members and contribute to refining development workflows and best practices across the full stack.
Essential Knowledge & Experience:
- Demonstrated experience in front-end development with strong proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.
- Practical experience with Python and integrating with backend services via RESTful and GraphQL APIs.
- Familiarity with data processing and database interactions (SQL/NoSQL) is a plus.
- Solid understanding of responsive design principles, cross-browser compatibility, and performance optimization.
- Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development methodologies.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Preferred Experience:
- Experience working on machine learning projects or generative AI applications.
- Proven track record collaborating with data engineers and data scientists on AI-driven initiatives.
- Familiarity with Python libraries for data manipulation (e.g., Pandas) and backend development frameworks.
- Experience with UI/UX design principles and familiarity with design tools.
- Knowledge of front-end testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Cypress) and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices.
- Background in optimizing web performance and implementing accessibility standard.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent.
Additional information:
- This is a permanent role based in Poland. Role requires a blend of home and a minimum once a week in our Warsaw office in Poland. Flexibility may be required in line with business need. Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of the office.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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